Jefferson County News Hub

Tom Markland

Martinsburg and Inwood Businesses Team Up with U-Haul

Local businesses sign on as newest U-Haul dealers The Journal | Thursday, February 6, 2025 By Tom Markland In a move beneficial to the Eastern Panhandle, local businesses K&C Enterprises in Martinsburg and Parker’s Carz in Inwood have become U-Haul neighborhood dealers, expanding options for residents in their

Martinsburg and Harpers Ferry Residents Convicted in Drug Case

Martinsburg and Harpers Ferry Residents Convicted in Drug Case

Two found guilty of drug trafficking operation The Journal | Thursday, February 6, 2025 By Tom Markland Two locals, Lance Wade Cole, Jr. from Martinsburg and Damian Costello from Harpers Ferry, were found guilty in a Baltimore-based drug trafficking operation that impacted the Eastern Panhandle. Their convictions come as part of

Martinsburg Comedian Hosts First Stand-Up Show at Apollo Theatre

Martinsburg Comedian Hosts First Stand-Up Show at Apollo Theatre

Standup Comedy to take the stage at the Apollo for the first time The Journal | Wednesday, February 5, 2025 By Tom Markland Conner Williams, a stand-up comedian from Martinsburg, is set to host a comedy show at the Apollo Civic Theatre on March 3, featuring renowned comedian Tony Woods. This

Middleway Residents Unite Against Water Bottling Plant Proposal

Middleway Residents Unite Against Water Bottling Plant Proposal

Middle of somewhere: Middleway residents rally against proposed bottling plant The Journal | Monday, February 3, 2025 By Tom Markland Residents of Middleway gathered at Grace Episcopal Church to voice their concerns about a proposed 1-million square foot water bottling plant by Sidewinder Industries, which they fear could threaten their town&

Martinsburg's Pop-Up Pantry Provides Vital Food Assistance

Martinsburg's Pop-Up Pantry Provides Vital Food Assistance

Pop-up pantry feeds families in Martinsburg The Journal | Friday, January 31, 2025 By Tom Markland A recent pop-up pantry organized by Mercy to Others Ministry at the Adam Stephen Homes in Martinsburg provided essential food support to 22 families, serving 52 individuals in total. The initiative, rooted in community service,

Charles Town Considers Traffic Improvements at Western Gateway

Charles Town Considers Traffic Improvements at Western Gateway

Town hall talks future of Charles Town’s western gateway The Journal | Thursday, January 30, 2025 By Tom Markland A recent town hall meeting in Charles Town, hosted by The Journal, discussed proposed changes to two key intersections at the city's western gateway, following a traffic study by

Martinsburg Pop-Up Pantry Boosts Local Food Assistance Efforts

Martinsburg Pop-Up Pantry Boosts Local Food Assistance Efforts

Pop-up pantry feeds families in Martinsburg The Journal | Thursday, January 30, 2025 By Tom Markland In Martinsburg, the local Mercy to Others Ministry has revitalized its community efforts by hosting a pop-up pantry that served 22 families, totaling 52 individuals, at the Adam Stephen Homes. This faith-based nonprofit, which relies